Payroll
What Is Base Pay? Meaning, Examples, and Calculations
By: Cambria Wallace
Base pay is the fixed hourly rate or salary you agree to pay before any extras. Learn what is base pay, how to calculate it, and how it differs from gross pay.
About Cambria Wallace
Cambria Wallace is a Project Lead III on the Homebase Payroll Implementation team, helping small businesses navigate payroll onboarding and compliance. With four years at Homebase and over 15 years of experience, she's a certified payroll professional (FPC) who leads clients through tax configuration, employee onboarding, and first-payroll execution. Cambria combines deep payroll expertise with exceptional customer service to help business owners feel confident in their payroll journey.
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How to Switch Payroll Providers: 7 Steps + Free Checklist
By: Cambria Wallace
Learn how to switch payroll providers in 7 steps, why switching before year-end beats waiting for January, and how to avoid W-2 fees. Get the free checklist.
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How to Pay Yourself from an LLC: The Complete 2026 Guide
By: Cambria Wallace
Running an LLC but not sure how to pay yourself? Learn the right method: owner's draw, guaranteed payments, or salary, and what each means for your taxes.
Payroll
W-2 vs 1099: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
By: Cambria Wallace
W-2 vs 1099: see how taxes, true costs, and IRS rules differ for employees and contractors, plus 2026 changes. Classify your team correctly before payday.
Payroll
Is Health Insurance Pre-Tax? A 2026 Payroll Guide for Small Business Owners
By: Cambria Wallace
Running payroll for your hourly team? Learn whether health insurance is pre-tax, how Section 125 plans work, and exactly how to calculate deductions.
Payroll
Dividend Tax Rates for 2026: A Small Business Owner's Guide
By: Cambria Wallace
Dividend tax in 2026 runs 0%–37% depending on type and income. Here's exactly what small business owners need to know before tax season.